Lake Pennsylvania Map

About Lake, Pennsylvania

Lake is a locality in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,935. Lake is located at 41.3526°N, 76.0324°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 18618.

Lake, nestled within the rolling topography of northeastern Pennsylvania, presents a landscape sculpted by glacial retreat and the persistent hand of nature. It lies 10.8 miles north-west of Wilkes Barre, PA (from Wilkes Barre, PA: bearing 313°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north-west of Kingston. The terrain here is a study in soft, rounded hills, their slopes cloaked in deciduous forests that blaze with fiery hues in autumn and offer a cool, dappled shade in the summer months. Creeks and streams, born from these higher elevations, meander through the valleys, their waters a clear, cold testament to the region's abundant rainfall. The air itself carries a certain crispness, particularly in the early mornings, hinting at the temperate climate that fosters such verdant growth. The character of Lake is one of quiet resilience, a place where the wildness of the land still holds sway, even as human habitation has found its footing. The history of Lake is inextricably tied to the broader narrative of Luzerne County, a region once defined by the deep veins of anthracite coal that fueled industrial growth. Though the era of heavy mining has largely receded, the echoes of that past linger in the very topography, in the subtle shifts of the land that bear the marks of extraction. The local economy, now more diversified, draws strength from the natural beauty that surrounds Lake, with outdoor recreation and small-scale agriculture playing an increasingly important role. The waterways, including the expansive lake that gives the locality its name, are a focal point for both residents and visitors, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and quiet contemplation by the water's edge. There is a palpable sense of continuity here, a feeling that the rhythms of the land, from the changing seasons to the gentle flow of water, continue to guide the lives of those who call Lake home.

About This Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.35258, -76.032424. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake and Luzerne County.

Detailed location data for Lake includes the ZIP code (18618), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Luzerne County (Wilkes-Barre), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.